Study Finds That Hair Loss Is Leading Men To Abuse Alcohol And Drugs

Trending News: This 'Hidden Epidemic' Is Impacting Men Way Worse Than We Thought

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Despite it being such a common condition, men are emotionally strained by hair loss, according to a new study. So much so that it's leading them to drinking, drugs and even depression.

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Modern medicine has solved a lot, but hair loss is still a tough nut to crack. Sure, there are some great products for thinning hair, but there's no 100% perfect solution — and struggling with hair loss is leading men down a dark path.

New research of just over 2,000 men commissioned by Asda Pharmacy found that 41% of men under 35 would rather lose their home or sight in one eye than all of their hair. Honestly, I find that pretty damn shocking.

The research also found that 36% of the men surveyed referred to hair loss as one of their biggest worries and 38% said hair loss makes them feel depressed, according to the Telegraph.

Hair loss is also making its way into the bedroom. Nearly a third of those surveyed said they felt a lack of confidence and 39% reported a lower sex drive.

A whopping third of the men even reported that they've stopped going out with their friends as much as result of their hair loss.

And this isn't just happening to a few men. Two out of three American men will experience some form of hair loss by the time they're 35, according to the American Hair Loss Association.

Hair loss expert Spencer Stevenson told the Telegraph that it's time to raise the alarm bells.

"This is a hidden epidemic — it's off the chart," he said. "I started losing my hair at the age of 21 and it emotionally traumatized me. I didn't go out, I lost girlfriends and really isolated myself, which in turn brought on deeper issues such as depression and body dysmorphia."

If you're losing your hair, there are solutions. But even still, if you've lost a few sprouts on your dome then who cares? You could keep some hair or just shave it off. I don't think any girl on the planet would pass on The Rock's because he's bald.

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